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PSG retain UEFA Super Cup with 2-1 win over Aston Villa

From CNA · () English

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  • Paris St. Germain defeated Aston Villa 2-1 to retain the UEFA Super Cup.
  • Goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue secured the victory for PSG.
  • Aston Villa's equalizer came from Brian Madjo before Doue scored the winner.

Paris St. Germain successfully defended their UEFA Super Cup title, overcoming a challenge from Aston Villa with a 2-1 victory. The match, held in Salzburg, saw the French champions demonstrate their prowess against the Europa League winners.

PSG took the lead in the 20th minute thanks to a remarkable strike from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The English side, Aston Villa, managed to find the back of the net just before halftime, with Brian Madjo scoring the equalizer. This brought the score level, setting the stage for a tense second half.

In the 61st minute, Desire Doue scored what would be the winning goal for Paris St. Germain. Despite efforts from Aston Villa to find another equalizer, they were unable to breach PSG's defense again. The victory marks another significant trophy for PSG, reinforcing their status as a dominant force in European club football.

The match was officiated by Somalian referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan. PSG is also set to compete for the French Super Cup against Lens on Sunday.

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